educatorsCanada News Centre2024-03-27T14:35:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgMinister Hutchings and Minister Petitpas Taylor to announce support for childcarehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/03/minister-hutchings-and-minister-petitpas-taylor-to-announce-support-for-childcare-and-early-childhood-education.htmlMinister Hutchings and Minister Petitpas Taylor to announce support for childcareAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-03-27T14:28:14-04:00Competition Bureau seeks feedback on artificial intelligence and competitionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2024/03/competition-bureau-seeks-feedback-on-artificial-intelligence-and-competition.htmlCompetition Bureau seeks feedback on artificial intelligence and competition
March 20, 2024 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition BureauCompetition Bureau Canada2024-03-20T13:47:22-04:00CSA astronaut David Saint-Jacques to give virtual presentation at Let's Talk Space Rockshttps://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2024/02/csa-astronaut-david-saint-jacques-to-give-virtual-presentation-at-lets-talk-space-rocks.htmlToday, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut David Saint-Jacques and CSA mission scientist Patrick Hill will participate in a geology webinar for nearly 4,000 Canadian students in grades 9 to 12. It will be about rocks, both in space and on Earth, and the geology training that astronauts take in preparation for future lunar missions.Canadian Space Agency2024-02-08T08:00:00-05:00Cape Breton University creating cutting-edge space for science-based learninghttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/01/cape-breton-university-creating-cutting-edge-space-for-science-based-learning.htmlThe next generation of innovators will be critical to finding forward-thinking, sustainable solutions to address the challenges of a swiftly changing world. In Nova Scotia, the Government of Canada is helping Cape Breton University develop the high-quality educational infrastructure needed to advance important research and learning, and help future innovators reach their full potential. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-01-26T10:20:29-05:00Government of Canada to announce funding for Cape Breton Universityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-for-cape-breton-university.htmlMike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton-Canso, will make an announcement regarding funding for Cape Breton University. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-01-25T08:59:22-05:00Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jenni Gibbons to speak with students about Canada's role in lunar explorationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2023/12/canadian-space-agency-astronaut-jenni-gibbons-to-speak-with-students-about-canadas-role-in-lunar-exploration.htmlOn December 6, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jenni Gibbons will connect with over 500 students around the globe to discuss Canada's role in lunar exploration.Canadian Space Agency2023-12-04T09:40:21-05:00This is the week to start thinking about post-secondary education savings!https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/11/this-is-the-week-to-start-thinking-about-post-secondary-education-savings.htmlToday, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, issued the following statement to highlight Education Savings Week 2023 in CanadaEmployment and Social Development Canada2023-11-15T12:59:33-05:00Minister Sudds will be in British Columbia to announce increased support for early childhood educatorshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/10/minister-sudds-will-be-in-british-columbia-to-announce-increased-support-for-early-childhood-educators.htmlThe Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, will join the Honourable Grace Lore, British Columbia’s Minister of State for Child Care, to announce increased support for early childhood educators across British Columbia.Employment and Social Development Canada2023-10-27T15:12:22-04:00MP Chahal announces federal investment to expand pilot training in Calgaryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2023/10/mp-chahal-announces-federal-investment-to-expand-pilot-training-in-calgary.html$3 million through PrairiesCan to support Mount Royal University’s aviation and flight training program expansion. Prairies Economic Development Canada2023-10-20T12:36:01-04:00MP Chahal to announce federal support to strengthen Calgary’s leadership in aviation and pilot traininghttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2023/10/mp-chahal-to-announce-federal-support-to-strengthen-calgarys-leadership-in-aviation-and-pilot-training.htmlMP Chahal to announce federal support to strengthen Calgary’s leadership in aviation and flight training.Prairies Economic Development Canada2023-10-19T15:05:20-04:00Minister Sudds will be in St. John’s to announce initiatives supporting early learning and child care capacityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/09/minister-sudds-will-be-in-st-johns-to-announce-initiatives-supporting-early-learning-and-child-care-capacity.htmlMinister Sudds will be in St. John’s to announce initiatives supporting early learning and child care capacity Employment and Social Development Canada2023-09-28T09:00:36-04:00More Canadian workers to benefit from the green economyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/09/more-canadian-workers-to-benefit-from-the-green-economy.htmlCanada’s green economy is reducing our carbon footprint through renewable energy systems, eco-friendly buildings and improved urban planning. To support its continued growth, workers across Canada require the necessary skills and training to contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future. Employment and Social Development Canada2023-09-18T11:40:28-04:00Lake Banook boosts profile as premiere paddling venuehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/09/lake-banook-boosts-profile-as-premiere-paddling-venue.htmlNew and improved docks and boardwalk offer better experience for paddlers and spectatorsAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-09-01T12:25:35-04:00Upgrades underway for the Hector Heritage Quayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/08/upgrades-underway-for-the-hector-heritage-quay.htmlImprovements to the Ship Hector site will better tell the story of the first Scottish emigrants to come directly from Scotland to Nova ScotiaAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-08-30T09:19:12-04:00Government of Canada to announce support for experiential tourism in Pictou Countyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/08/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-experiential-tourism-in-pictou-county.htmlGovernment of Canada to announce support for experiential tourism in Pictou CountyAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-08-29T09:13:06-04:00Upgrades will help Acadian arts and culture thrive in Chéticamphttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/08/upgrades-will-help-acadian-arts-and-culture-thrive-in-cheticamp.htmlAtlantic Canada’s rich multicultural heritage is central to the region’s identity, and supports a strong, vibrant, and welcoming society that attracts visitors and newcomers from around the world. The Government of Canada is investing to ensure that Acadian community art and culture, and the French language, continue to flourish in Nova Scotia.
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-08-14T11:13:49-04:00Government of Canada to announce funding for Acadian arts and culture facilityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/08/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-for-acadian-arts-and-culture-facility.htmlGovernment of Canada to announce funding for Acadian arts and culture facilityAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-08-11T10:28:48-04:00Governments of Canada and Manitoba to announce new investment to increase Manitoba’s licensed child-care capacityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/07/governments-of-canada-and-manitoba-to-announce-new-investment-to-increase-manitobas-licensed-child-care-capacity.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will be in Winnipeg with Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Wayne Ewasko, and Minister of Manitoba Advanced Education and Training, Sarah Guilemard, to announce funding to expand child-care spaces in public schools and post-secondary institutions. Employment and Social Development Canada2023-07-19T17:44:20-04:00Families in Canada to benefit from innovative early learning and child care practiceshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/07/families-in-canada-to-benefit-from-innovative-early-learning-and-child-care-practices.htmlToday, Parliamentary Secretary, Ya’ara Saks, on behalf of the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, announced funding for two projects through the Early Learning and Child Care Innovation Program.Employment and Social Development Canada2023-07-04T19:12:40-04:00Minister Vandal announces federal investment to grow aerospace industry in Calgaryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2023/06/minister-vandal-announces-federal-investment-to-grow-aerospace-industry-in-calgary.html$4 million through PrairiesCan to establish an Aerospace Innovation Hub and a remotely-piloted aviation training centre.Prairies Economic Development Canada2023-06-26T12:45:05-04:00Commission renews the Royal Military College of Canada’s SLOWPOKE-2 reactor operating licence for a 20-year periodhttps://www.canada.ca/en/nuclear-safety-commission/news/2023/06/commission-renews-the-royal-military-college-of-canadas-slowpoke-2-reactor-operating-licence-for-a-20-year-period.htmlToday, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced the Commission’s decision to renew the non-power reactor operating licence held by the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) for its SLOWPOKE-2 reactor for a period of 20 years. Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission2023-06-23T13:15:03-04:00Commission renews École Polytechnique de Montréal’s SLOWPOKE-2 reactor operating licence for a 10-year periodhttps://www.canada.ca/en/nuclear-safety-commission/news/2023/06/commission-renews-ecole-polytechnique-de-montreals-slowpoke-2-reactor-operating-licence-for-a-10-year-period.htmlToday, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced the Commission’s decision to renew the non-power reactor operating licence held by École Polytechnique de Montréal for its SLOWPOKE-2 reactor for a period of 10 years. Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission2023-06-23T13:13:53-04:00Minister Vandal to announce investments in the aerospace sector in Calgaryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2023/06/minister-vandal-to-announce-investments-in-the-aerospace-sector-in-calgary.htmlThe Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, will announce federal investments for Alberta’s aerospace sector and the creation of a new hub to enhance the competitiveness of Alberta aerospace firms.Prairies Economic Development Canada2023-06-23T11:00:29-04:00Statement by President Velshi on the first-ever Nuclear Energy Agency International Mentoring Workshop in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/nuclear-safety-commission/news/2023/05/statement-by-president-velshi-on-the-first-ever-nuclear-energy-agency-international-mentoring-workshop-in-canada.htmlFrom May 7 to 10, 2023, I was honoured to co-chair Canada’s first-ever Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) International Mentoring Workshop for Indigenous young women, organized in collaboration with the NEA and Trent University and supported by national and international mentors.Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission2023-05-10T11:31:51-04:002023 Occupational Health and Safety Scholarship Winners Announcedhttps://www.canada.ca/en/centre-occupational-health-safety/news/2023/04/2023-occupational-health-and-safety-scholarship-winners-announced.html2023 Occupational Health and Safety Scholarship Winners Announced Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety2023-04-11T14:09:02-04:00Scholarship Opportunity for Women Studying Occupational Health and Safetyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/centre-occupational-health-safety/news/2023/04/scholarship-opportunity-for-women-studying-occupational-health-and-safety.htmlThe Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is accepting applications for the 2023 Chad Bradley Scholarship Award. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety2023-04-05T09:20:15-04:00Government of Canada invests $798,500 to support the mental health of educatorshttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2023/03/government-of-canada-invests-798500-to-support-the-mental-health-of-educators.htmlToday, the Honourable David McGuinty, Member of Parliament for Ottawa South, on behalf of the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced $798,500 in funding for the Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF) to promote mental health and prevent mental illness for essential workers in K-12 schools, including educators and administrators, most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.Public Health Agency of Canada2023-03-02T11:05:00-05:00Turret Arts Space Society taking big steps toward redeveloping historic building as community space https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/02/turret-arts-space-society-taking-big-steps-toward-redeveloping-historic-building-as-community-space.htmlGovernment of Canada helps bring beloved art facility back to Downtown Halifax Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-02-28T09:32:15-05:00New cost control framework to support the growth of 22,500 additional quality child care spaces in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/01/new-cost-control-framework-to-support-the-growth-of-22500-additional-quality-child-care-spaces-in-alberta.htmlChild care is not just a social policy—it is an economic policy, too. Access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care will grow the economy, allow more women to enter the workforce and help give every child in Canada the best start in life. That’s why, in Budget 2021, the Government of Canada made a transformative investment of nearly $30 billion to create a Canada-wide early learning and child care system with provincial, territorial and Indigenous partners. Employment and Social Development Canada2023-01-31T15:00:36-05:00Setting the stage for big changes at the Bella Rose Arts Centrehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/01/setting-the-stage-for-big-changes-at-the-bella-rose-arts-centre.htmlGovernment of Canada fueling community revitalization and creating the conditions for the local economy to thriveAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-01-25T09:25:04-05:00Sackville Community Arena scores upgrades to improve safety, accessibilityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/01/sackville-community-arena-scores-upgrades-to-improve-safety-accessibility.htmlGovernment of Canada fueling community revitalization and creating the conditions for the local economy to thriveAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-01-25T08:49:40-05:00Government of Canada to announce support for a community arts centre in Halifax https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2023/01/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-a-community-arts-centre-in-halifax.htmlGovernment of Canada to announce support for a community arts centre in Halifax Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2023-01-24T14:50:48-05:00Canada’s nuclear regulator to co-host public webinar showcasing efforts in Canada and United Arab Emirates on gender equity in STEMhttps://www.canada.ca/en/nuclear-safety-commission/news/2023/01/canadas-nuclear-regulator-to-co-host-public-webinar-showcasing-efforts-in-canada-and-united-arab-emirates-on-gender-equity-in-stem.htmlCanada’s nuclear regulator to co-host public webinar showcasing efforts in Canada and United Arab Emirates on gender equity in STEMCanadian Nuclear Safety Commission2023-01-19T13:21:24-05:00Government of Canada invests $2.8 million to increase mental health literacy among Coaches and Sports Leadershttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2022/12/government-of-canada-invests-28-million-to-increase-mental-health-literacy-among-coaches-and-sports-leaders2.htmlGovernment of Canada invests $2.8 million to increase mental health literacy among Coaches and Sports LeadersPublic Health Agency of Canada2022-12-13T09:30:00-05:00Government of Canada to announce support for mental health literacy among Coaches and Sports Leadershttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2022/12/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-mental-health-literacy-among-coaches-and-sports-leaders.htmlMember of Parliament for Ottawa South, David McGuinty, on behalf of the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will make an announcement in support of mental health literacy among Coaches and Sports Leaders in Canada.Public Health Agency of Canada2022-12-12T11:40:38-05:00Government of Canada to launch online questionnaire https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/11/government-of-canada-to-launch-online-questionnaire.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will be in Ottawa to announce the launch of an online questionnaire to seek feedback on a pan-Canadian school food policy.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-11-15T09:31:34-05:00Mi’kmaw non-profit connects Indigenous youth with jobs of the futurehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/11/mikmaw-non-profit-connects-indigenous-youth-with-jobs-of-the-future.htmlGovernment of Canada helps Cape Breton organization maintain training in trades and STEMAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-11-10T09:55:53-05:00Government of Canada to announce support for training programs in trades and STEM for Indigenous youthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/11/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-training-programs-in-trades-and-stem-for-indigenous-youth.htmlGovernment of Canada to announce support for training programs in trades and STEM for Indigenous youth Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-11-09T10:19:31-05:00Minister Sajjan to highlight the Government of Canada’s plan to build a productive and innovative net-zero economy and announce funding for Simon Fraser Universityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/news/2022/11/minister-sajjan-to-highlight-the-government-of-canadas-plan-to-build-a-productive-and-innovative-net-zero-economy-and-announce-funding-for-simon-fr.htmlMinister Sajjan to highlight the Government of Canada’s plan to build a productive and innovative net-zero economy and announce funding for Simon Fraser University.Pacific Economic Development Canada2022-11-04T15:37:17-04:00North Preston to develop an Afrocentric community hub to promote learning, connection and creativityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/10/north-preston-to-develop-an-afrocentric-community-hub-to-promote-learning-connection-and-creativity.htmlNorth Preston to develop an Afrocentric community hub to promote learning, connection and creativityAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-10-13T13:46:32-04:00Families in Canada to benefit from innovative early learning and child care practiceshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/10/families-in-canada-to-benefit-from-innovative-early-learning-and-child-care-practices0.htmlThe early learning and child care sector is evolving in increasingly complex and challenging environments. Identifying innovative practices and solutions that better meet the needs of children and families is necessary to improving early learning and child care practices for the benefit of families in Canada. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-10-11T12:17:50-04:00Backgrounder: Government of Canada announces funding for advancements in mRNA vaccine technology at the University of British Columbiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/news/2022/09/backgrounder-government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-advancements-in-mrna-vaccine-technology-at-the-university-of-british-columbia.htmlBritish Columbians continue to feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, whether at home, at work, or in their community. Throughout the pandemic, science has provided the greatest defense, particularly through mRNA vaccines. These vaccines trigger the body’s immune response to help protect against infection and severe illness.Pacific Economic Development Canada2022-10-14T21:41:09-04:00Government of Canada announces funding for advancements in mRNA vaccine technology at the University of British Columbiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/news/2022/09/government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-advancements-in-mrna-vaccine-technology-at-the-university-of-british-columbia.htmlBritish Columbians continue to feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, whether at home, at work, or in their community. Throughout the pandemic, science has provided the greatest defense, particularly through mRNA vaccines. These vaccines trigger the body’s immune response to help protect against infection and severe illness.Pacific Economic Development Canada2022-10-03T13:02:14-04:00Government of Canada to make announcement on advancements in mRNA vaccine technology at the University of British Columbiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/news/2022/09/government-of-canada-to-make-announcement-on-advancements-in-mrna-vaccine-technology-at-the-university-of-british-columbia.htmlThe Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will announce funding for projects at the University of British Columbia to advance mRNA vaccine research and build a home-grown pipeline for responding to new and emerging COVID-19 variants.Pacific Economic Development Canada2022-09-29T15:05:31-04:00Lower child care fees for British Columbia familieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/09/lower-child-care-fees-for-british-columbia-families0.htmlToo many families across Canada lack access to affordable, inclusive and high quality child care. That is why the Government of Canada has laid out a plan to provide parents in Canada with, on average, $10 a day child care for children under six years old. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-09-23T13:37:38-04:00Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica Foundation will benefit from accessibility upgrades to help bring people back to public spaces safelyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/08/saint-marys-cathedral-basilica-foundation-will-benefit-from-accessibility-upgrades-to-help-bring-people-back-to-public-spaces-safely.htmlSaint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica Foundation will benefit from accessibility upgrades to help bring people back to public spaces safelyAtlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-08-17T09:10:49-04:00Celebrating the one-year anniversary of the signing of the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement with Saskatchewan https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/08/celebrating-the-one-year-anniversary-of-the-signing-of-the-canada-wide-early-learning-and-child-care-agreement-with-saskatchewan.htmlEvery child deserves the best possible start in life, and all parents should have the ability to build both a family and a career. That’s why the Government of Canada signed agreements with each province and territory to implement a Canada-wide early learning and child care system.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-08-12T14:08:44-04:00Minister Gould celebrates the one-year anniversary of the Early Learning and Child Care Agreement with Saskatchewanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/08/minister-gould-celebrates-the-one-year-anniversary-of-the-early-learning-and-child-care-agreement-with-saskatchewan.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will be in Regina to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the signing of the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement with Saskatchewan. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-08-11T11:35:16-04:00Celebrating the one-year anniversary of the signing of the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement with Manitoba https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/08/celebrating-the-one-year-anniversary-of-the-signing-of-the-canada-wide-early-learning-and-child-care-agreement-with-manitoba.htmlIn Budget 2021, the Government of Canada announced its ambitious plan for an average $10-a-day early learning and child care system across the country. Now that the Government of Canada has signed agreements with each province and territory to implement a Canada-wide early learning and child care system, great progress is being made in this regard across the country.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-08-09T11:34:30-04:00Celebrating the one-year anniversary of the signing of the Canada-Quebec Asymmetrical Agreement on the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Componenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/08/celebrating-the-one-year-anniversary-of-the-signing-of-the-canada-quebec-asymmetrical-agreement-on-the-canada-wide-early-learning-and-child-care-co.htmlThe Government of Canada recognizes Quebec’s leadership in early learning and child care.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-08-05T18:30:13-04:00Dartmouth multicultural festival getting a boost through Rediscover Main Streets initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/07/dartmouth-multicultural-festival-getting-a-boost-through-rediscover-main-streets-initiative.htmlGovernment of Canada supports efforts to revitalize main streets, downtowns and neighbourhoods Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-07-28T08:36:44-04:00Backgrounder on World Youth Skills Day investments in skills and innovation projectshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/07/backgrounder.htmlYoung people and students have a pivotal role to play in Canada’s economic recovery and future growth. In the run-up to World Youth Skills Day on July 15, the Government of Canada is highlighting the importance of equipping young people with the skills they need and remains committed to helping them gain relevant experience for an evolving job market.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-07-13T12:20:38-04:00Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers Most Responsible for Early Learning and Child Carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/07/meeting-of-federal-provincial-and-territorial-ministers-most-responsible-for-early-learning-and-child-care.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, along with Prince Edward Island’s Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning and Minister for the Status of Women, Natalie Jameson, will deliver remarks as co-chairs following the Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers Most Responsible for Early Learning and Child Care, in Burnaby, British Columbia. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-07-11T17:14:35-04:00Government of Canada to invest in Early Learning and Child Care Innovation Program in British Columbiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/07/government-of-canada-to-invest-in-early-learning-and-child-care-innovation-program-in-british-columbia.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will announce funding for innovative early learning and child care for families in Canada.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-07-08T10:28:23-04:00Barton and surrounding communities will benefit from new accessible and inclusive playground and park to help bring people back to public spaces safelyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/07/barton-and-surrounding-communities-will-benefit-from-new-accessible-and-inclusive-playground-and-park-to-help-bring-people-back-to-public-spaces-sa.htmlCanadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-07-28T08:36:53-04:00Message from the Minister of Health on ALS Awareness Monthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2022/06/message-from-the-minister-of-health-on-als-awareness-month.htmlJune is ALS Awareness Month and I want to extend my support to the approximately 3,000 Canadians living with ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. The Government of Canada is committed to working with the ALS community to bring hope and a better quality of life to patients and their families. Canadian Institutes of Health Research2022-06-28T14:15:26-04:00Helping Indigenous families in Winnipeg benefit from innovative early learning and child care practices https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/06/helping-indigenous-families-in-winnipeg-benefit-from-innovative-early-learning-and-child-care-practices.htmlThe early learning and child care sector is evolving in increasingly complex and challenging environments. Identifying innovative practices and solutions that better meet the needs of children and families will improve early learning and child care for the benefit of families in Canada. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-06-27T15:22:03-04:00New supports for families and early childhood educators in Manitoba help strengthen the Canada-wide early learning and child care systemhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/06/new-supports-for-families-and-early-childhood-educators-in-manitoba-help-strengthen-the-canada-wide-early-learning-and-child-care-system.htmlSupporting the valuable work of the early childhood workforce is key to the success of a high-quality child care system, especially as the number of spaces expands across the country. That is why the governments of Canada and Manitoba are working together to increase the number of licensed child care spaces available in the province and investing in early childhood educators who do important work every day to nurture our children. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-06-27T13:50:00-04:00Minister Gould to participate in a joint announcement on initiatives to improve early learning and child care in Manitobahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/06/minister-gould-to-participate-in-a-joint-announcement-on-initiatives-to-improve-early-learning-and-child-care-in-manitoba0.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Karina Gould, will join Manitoba’s Minister of Education and Early Childhood Learning, Wayne Ewasko, to announce an increase in licensed child care spaces and the implementation of a wage grid for the child care workforce.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-06-26T15:00:12-04:00Government of Canada to make an announcement on innovative Early Learning and Child Care practices in Manitobahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/06/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-on-innovative-early-learning-and-child-care-practices-in-manitoba.htmlGovernment of Canada to make an announcement on innovative Early Learning and Child Care practices in Manitoba
Employment and Social Development Canada2022-06-24T15:02:56-04:00Government of Canada to announce support for community infrastructure in Dartmouth https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/06/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-community-infrastructure-in-dartmouth.htmlGovernment of Canada to announce support for community infrastructure in Dartmouth Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-06-24T14:00:13-04:00Government of Canada invests in supporting those most at risk of posttraumatic stress disorder https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2022/06/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-in-supporting-those-most-at-risk-of-posttraumatic-stress-disorder.htmlBudget 2021 committed an investment of $50 million over two years to support projects that address posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma in frontline and other essential workers, and others affected by the pandemic.Public Health Agency of Canada2022-07-21T12:12:36-04:00Ministers Qualtrough and Gould to announce new investments in accessible Early Learning and Child Care https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/06/ministers-qualtrough-and-gould-to-announce-new-investments-in-accessible-early-learning-and-child-care.htmlThe Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, will announce funding to make early learning and child care centres across Canada more accessible. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-06-21T13:45:13-04:00CNSC and CLFN to co-chair international mentoring workshop for Indigenous girlshttps://www.canada.ca/en/nuclear-safety-commission/news/2022/06/cnsc-and-clfn-to-co-chair-international-mentoring-workshop-for-indigenous-girls.htmlToday, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced that it will host Canada’s first Nuclear Energy Agency International Mentorship Workshop in May 2023. The event will be co-chaired by CNSC President Rumina Velshi and Curve Lake First Nation Chief Emily Whetung.Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission2022-06-17T09:02:00-04:00Government of Canada to announce new CanCode investmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2022/06/government-of-canada-to-announce-new-cancode-investment.htmlThe Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will announce a federal investment as part of the third phase of the CanCode program. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2022-06-03T14:50:24-04:00More Nova Scotia families will have access to licensed early learning and child carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/06/more-nova-scotia-families-will-have-access-to-licensed-early-learning-and-child-care.htmlChild care is not just a social policy—it is an economic policy, too. Access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care will grow the economy, allow more women to enter the workforce and help give every Canadian child the best start in life. While reducing child care fees is important, it is just one part of the equation. That is why the governments of Canada and Nova Scotia are working together to increase the number of licensed child care spaces available in the province. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-06-01T09:53:01-04:00Government of Canada to make an announcement on Early Learning and Child Care in Nova Scotiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/05/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-on-early-learning-and-child-care-in-nova-scotia.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Karina Gould, will join the Honourable Becky Druhan, Nova Scotia Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, to announce how Nova Scotia families will have increased access to licensed early learning and child care.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-05-31T09:01:25-04:00Government of Canada to provide opportunities for youth in New Brunswickhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/05/government-of-canada-to-provide-opportunities-for-youth-in-new-brunswick.htmlThe Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Jenna Sudds, will be in Moncton to highlight Youth Employment and Skills Strategy projects in New Brunswick. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-05-20T09:34:55-04:00Government of Canada supports research focused on race, gender and diversity https://www.canada.ca/en/social-sciences-humanities-research/news/2022/05/government-of-canada-supports-research-focused-on-race-gender-and-diversity.htmlCommunity-based research is critical to better understanding the causes and persistence of systemic racism and to addressing disparities related to race, gender and other forms of diversity. That’s why the Government of Canada supports research focused on the lived experiences of people from underrepresented and disadvantaged groups.Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada2022-05-09T11:30:56-04:00Milestone reached in newly funded child care spaces for British Columbia familieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/05/milestone-reached-in-newly-funded-child-care-spaces-for-british-columbia-families.htmlChild care is not just a social policy—it is an economic policy, too. Access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care will grow our economy, allow more women to enter the workforce and help give every Canadian child the best start in life. While cutting child care fees is important, it is just one part of the equation. That is why the governments of Canada and British Columbia have been working together to increase the number of licensed child care spaces available in the province. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-05-02T13:53:53-04:00Minister Gould participates in Métis Nation–Saskatchewan’s Early Learning and Child Care Conferencehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/04/minister-gould-participates-in-metis-nationsaskatchewans-early-learning-and-child-care-conference.htmlEarly learning and child care programs designed by and with Indigenous families and communities give Indigenous children, including Métis children, the best start in life and form an essential part of reconciliation.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-04-29T11:15:34-04:00Minister Gould will participate in Métis Nation-Saskatchewan’s Early Learning and Child Care Conferencehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/04/minister-gould-will-participate-in-metis-nation-saskatchewans-early-learning-and-child-care-conference.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will participate in Guiding Our Children—Elders Sharing Their Voice, an Early Learning and Child Care Conference organized by the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan where she will highlight Canada’s investments in Indigenous early learning and child care projects benefitting Métis Nation families in Saskatoon.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-04-28T10:32:56-04:00Miners Museum excavating growth opportunities by implementing Phase II of Interpretive Renewal Plan https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/04/miners-museum-excavating-growth-opportunities-by-implementing-phase-ii-of-interpretive-renewal-plan.htmlAtlantic Canadian tourism organizations and operators are working hard to recover from pandemic challenges and find new approaches to deliver world-class tourism experiences that tell the stories of the region, and what makes it such a special visitor destination. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting the Cape Breton Miners Museum in the expansion of an enhanced visitor experience that preserves and commemorates Cape Breton’s coal mining legacy. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-06-07T12:20:51-04:00Government of Canada to announce support for tourism industry in Cape Bretonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/04/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-tourism-industry-in-cape-breton.htmlMike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and Canadian Coast Guard, and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton – Canso, will make an announcement regarding support for growth opportunities in tourism. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-04-27T08:27:13-04:0050% child care fee reduction for families in New Brunswickhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/04/50-child-care-fee-reduction-for-families-in-new-brunswick.htmlSince 2015, the Government of Canada has delivered real improvements to make life more affordable from coast to coast to coast, including making a historic investment of $30 billion over five years to build a Canada-wide early learning and child care system in collaboration with provincial, territorial and Indigenous partners. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-04-25T13:53:56-04:00Government of Canada to make an announcement on Early Learning and Childcare in New Brunswickhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/04/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-on-early-learning-and-childcare-in-new-brunswick.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Karina Gould, will join the Honourable Dominic Cardy, New Brunswick’s Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, to announce additional support for families. She will be accompanied by Jenica Atwin Member of Parliament for Fredericton.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-04-24T15:01:23-04:00Helping families in Canada to benefit from innovative early learning and child care practices https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/04/helping-families-in-canada-to-benefit-from-innovative-early-learning-and-child-care-practices0.htmlThe early learning and child care sector is evolving in increasingly complex and challenging environments. Identifying innovative practices and solutions that better meet the needs of children and families will improve early learning and child care for the benefit of families in Canada. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-04-22T15:21:44-04:00Helping families in Canada to benefit from innovative early learning and child care practices https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/04/helping-families-in-canada-to-benefit-from-innovative-early-learning-and-child-care-practices.htmlThe early learning and child care sector is evolving in increasingly complex and challenging environments. Identifying innovative practices and solutions that better meet the needs of children and families is necessary to improving early learning and child care for the benefit of families in Canada. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-04-19T16:49:08-04:00Minister Gould highlights Government of Canada Budget 2022 investments in Early Learning Child Carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/04/minister-gould-highlights-government-of-canada-budget-2022-investments-in-early-learning-child-care.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will make a funding announcement on innovative Early Learning and Child Care practices for the benefit of families in Canada.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-04-15T10:48:12-04:00National Video Contest Encourages Youth to Speak Up About Workplace Safety https://www.canada.ca/en/centre-occupational-health-safety/news/2022/03/national-video-contest-encourages-youth-to-speak-up-about-workplace-safety.htmlEach year youth across Canada are invited to enter the national Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest sponsored by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS). Contestants are tasked with producing an original video that illustrates the importance of working safely. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety2022-03-24T09:14:47-04:00Minister Gould to make an announcement on Early Learning and Child Care in Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/03/minister-gould-to-make-an-announcement-on-early-learning-and-child-care-in-yukon.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Karina Gould, will join the Honourable Jeanie McLean, Yukon’s Minister of Education, to announce additional support for recruitment and retention of Early Learning and Child Care workers across the Yukon. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-03-17T14:14:42-04:003D BioFibR weaving new research opportunitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/03/3d-biofibr-weaving-new-research-opportunities.htmlAdopting advanced manufacturing processes helps businesses grow and create highly-skilled jobs, making our communities stronger. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in companies like 3D BioFibR Inc. Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-06-07T12:20:33-04:00The Canada Learning Bondhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/03/the-canada-learning-bond.htmlThe Canada Learning Bond (CLB) is money from the Government of Canada to help pay for post-secondary education. It provides an initial payment of $500 in a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) and $100 for each subsequent benefit year of eligibility, up to the benefit year in which the beneficiary turns 15, to a maximum of $2,000. Contributions are not required to receive the CLB. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-03-10T16:54:26-05:00Government of Canada and Government of Newfoundland and Labrador update on Early Learning and Child Care https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/03/government-of-canada-and-government-of-newfoundland-and-labrador-update-on-early-learning-and-child-care.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Karina Gould, will join the Honourable Premier Andrew Furey, and the Honourable Tom Osborne, Minister of Education, to provide an update on Pre-Kindergarten and the Early Learning and Child Care Action Plan across Newfoundland and Labrador. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-03-08T16:55:11-05:00Statement by Minister Marci Ien on International Women’s Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2022/03/statement-by-minister-marci-ien-on-international-womens-day.htmlThe Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, issued the following statement today on International Women’s Day. “Happy International Women’s Day! Today we celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls, in all their diversity, who are breaking down barriers, lifting each other up, and making the world a better place.Women and Gender Equality Canada2022-03-08T09:11:12-05:00International Women’s Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/03/international-womens-day.htmlThe Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), issued a statement in recognition of International Women’s Day.Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-03-08T07:20:13-05:0050% child care fee reduction for families in the Northwest Territorieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/03/nwt-elcc-fee-reduction-news-release.htmlToo many families across Canada lack access to high quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care. That is why the Government of Canada has laid out a plan to provide families in Canada with, on average, $10 a day child care for children under six years of age by March 2026. This plan will make life more affordable for families, create new jobs, get parents— especially women—back into the workforce, and grow the middle class, while giving every child a real and fair chance at success.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-03-03T13:50:07-05:00Minister Wilkinson Speaks With Dr. Fatih Birol, Executive Director, International Energy Agencyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2022/03/minister-wilkinson-speaks-with-dr-fatih-birol-executive-director-international-energy-agency.htmlCanada is steadfast in its support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. We are prepared to act jointly with partner International Energy Agency (IEA) countries to maintain security of supply in energy markets.Natural Resources Canada2022-03-01T21:49:01-05:00The Governments of Canada and Manitoba announce agreement that will provide nearly $98 million in funding to benefit more families, educators and the child care sector.https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/02/the-governments-of-canada-and-manitoba-announce-agreement-that-will-provide-nearly-98-million-in-funding-to-benefit-more-families-educators-and-the.htmlThe Government of Canada and the Government of Manitoba have agreed to extend the Canada–Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care Agreement. Through the extended agreement, the Government of Canada is providing nearly $98 million in funding over four years to strengthen Manitoba’s regulated child care services and offer support for the recruitment and retention of the child care workforce. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-02-22T10:38:47-05:00Minister Gould to make an announcement on Early Learning and Childcare in Manitobahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/02/minister-gould-to-make-an-announcement-on-early-learning-and-childcare-in-manitoba.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Karina Gould, will join the Honourable Wayne Ewasko, Minister of Education & Early Childhood Learning of Manitoba, to announce additional support for recruitment, retention of Early Learning and Childcare workers across Manitoba. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-02-21T15:24:38-05:00Minister Gould to make an announcement about Workforce development in British-Columbiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/02/minister-gould-to-make-an-announcement-about-workforce-development-in-british-columbia.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Member of Parliament for Burlington, the Honourable Karina Gould, will virtually join British Columbia Minister’s, Minister Katrina Chen, Minister of State for Child Care and Minister Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation to announce supports for ECEs workforce in the child care sector.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-02-17T16:35:11-05:00Calls for proposals launched to create lasting impact and greater opportunities for persons with disabilities https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/02/calls-for-proposals-launched-to-create-lasting-impact-and-greater-opportunities-for-persons-with-disabilities.htmlBuilding accessible and inclusive communities, where persons with disabilities have equal opportunities to thrive and succeed, will be an essential part of Canada’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting community projects to provide greater access and opportunities for persons with disabilities.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-02-04T13:30:00-05:00Minister Gould to participate in a joint announcement on support for families in Nova Scotiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/01/minister-gould-to-participate-in-a-joint-announcement-on-support-for-families-in-nova-scotia.htmlMinister of Families, Children and Social Development Karina Gould, along with the Prime Minister of Canada the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, will virtually join Premier of Nova Scotia Tim Houston and Nova Scotia Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development Becky Druhan, to make an early learning and child care announcement. Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Sean Fraser will also be in attendance. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-01-13T18:40:39-05:00Statement by Minister Ien on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Womenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2021/12/statement-by-minister-ien-on-the-national-day-of-remembrance-and-action-on-violence-against-women.htmlThe Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, issued the following statement today on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women: "On this day in 1989, families were having breakfast like on any other day. Parents greeted their daughters, and friends greeted each other as they walked into Polytechnique Montréal – never once doubting that this would be the last time they would see each other.Women and Gender Equality Canada2021-12-06T09:09:46-05:00Government of Canada funds improved access for inclusive early learning and child care centres across the countryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2021/12/government-of-canada-funds-improved-access-for-inclusive-early-learning-and-child-care-centres-across-the-country.htmlParents and guardians of children with disabilities have always faced unique challenges in finding quality, affordable and inclusive child care options that meet the specific needs of their children, a reality that has been intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. That is why the Government of Canada is determined to build an early learning and child care system that is inclusive from the start, giving all children an equal chance to succeed.Employment and Social Development Canada2021-12-03T13:18:48-05:00Canada’s top educators receive Prime Minister’s Awards for significant impact made in their communitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2021/11/canadas-top-educators-receive-prime-ministers-awards-for-significant-impact-made-in-their-communities.htmlDay in and day out, educators across Canada are nurturing a culture of curiosity and encouraging young people to ask questions, to dream and to think outside the box. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2021-11-19T13:05:52-05:00